Spring in Salla[COMPLETO]

When planning your trip to Lapland, Salla is always one of the best options. One of the many reasons why is because it's located in the northeast of Finland, a few kilometers from the Oulanka National Park and its almost untouched natural environment, make it a spectacular destination. A magical destination with a complete and varied program of arctic activities that will make this the best vacation for you and your family. The snow and ice last until well into April, finding ideal conditions that make the end of winter and the beginning of spring a magical time to visit Lapland and enjoy endless activities and experiences unparalleled in Salla. All the cabins, located in this fantastic natural environment, have heating, their own sauna, a fireplace and are right at the foot of the slopes of a fantastic ski resort with the best powder snow on the planet. Particularly noteworthy is its carefully crafted cuisine, which has received several international awards. You will be able to enjoy all the planned activities (snowmobiles, huskies, reindeer...) in the surroundings of the complex, without having to go too far. Our greatest guarantee is the opinion of thousands of customers who have enjoyed this magical experience...click here to read some of the reviews from families that have traveled with us to Lapland. If you have any doubts or questions about this amazing destination, please let us know... How can we help you?.

Santa Claus in Lapland® recommends you travel to Lapland during spring, the days are longer, and it is a much less cold climate than at other times of the year but with large amounts of snow. You will be able to meet Santa Claus in person in this complete travel program, with a guide in English. We send you closer to one of the most natural and exotic destinations in Europe and without a doubt the most fun for the whole family. Finnish Lapland, where you can enjoy exciting activities in the Arctic Circle, such as walking through the snowy Lappish forests, husky dog sledding or a ride across frozen lakes on powerful snowmobiles. Best of all the kids will be delighted with their encounter with Santa Claus.

Day 1.  Rovaniemi - Salla

Arrive at the airport with enough time to check in for your flight. Once you arrive to Rovaniemi. Once you arrive to Rovaniemi, you will meet your guide and will set off by bus to Salla. This trip will take about an hour and will allow you to see the beautiful views of Lapland. As you arrive, you will be entering into the most recently created national park of Finland, established in 2021. This pure and natural, untouched environment is one of the least populated areas in all of Europe, which receives some of the first and heaviest snowfalls in Lapland. Once you arrive at your cabin, you will find thermal suits perfect for you and a welcome gift pack for you to use throughout your stay. All the cabins are fully equipped to make your vacation unforgettable; clean linens, bathrooms with showers, heating, your own sauna, one or more rooms (see descriptions according to size and capacity at the end of the itinerary), fireplace, and a fully equipped kitchen. In addition, you will have at your disposal, free of charge, unlimited firewood for the fireplace and sleds for the kids. All the cabins are located near the reception area and restaurant of the complex. A few minutes’ walk from your private cabin is a small alpine ski resort, ideal for skiers of all levels or for families just looking for fun sliding down the hills on sleds. Once you have settled in, head over to dinner at the Kiela restaurant in the Salla Tuvat complex.

Day 2. Salla - Snowmobile Safari and Spa

Head to the Kiela restaurant where you will start your day with a delicious buffet breakfast. After breakfast you will head over to your first excursion. Today you will be riding through snowy forests and frozen lakes on powerful snowmobiles. After being given equipment to protect you from the cold, you will receive safety instructions and information on how to handle the snowmobile. For the peace of mind of the parents, the little ones will enjoy the snowmobile safari in a sled pulled by the guide’s snowmobile. At one point during the ride and you will take a break to have a hot drink around a bonfire. After this unforgettable experience it’s time for lunch at the Kiela restaurant. Spend the afternoon at your leisure. We recommend that you head over to the Salla ski resort that is only a few minutes away from the complex. You can buy a ski pass for the afternoon, as well as renting anything you may need. You will make the most out of your pass since there are never any lines for the ski lifts. After such an exciting day we recommend that enjoy the spa at the hotel which is next to the cabin complex. Enjoy its jacuzzies, heated pools with water jets and saunas. It is ideal for the whole family to relax and have fun, since the entrance is included, for both adults and children, and it's just a quick walk from the cabin. Please make sure to bring a swimsuit and slippers, although if you forget with the excitement of the day, don't worry you can rent your swimsuit there. Today's dinner will be at the Kiela restaurant. The restaurant is a member of "Chaîne des Rôtisseurs", a renowned French gastronomic society that nurtures and supports the local food culture and pays homage to the national cuisine. In 2008 Kiela Restaurant was awarded its Seal of Excellence in recognition of the high quality of food and service. Perhaps on the way to your cabin you can see the Northern Lights…

Day 3. Salla - Sledding Lead by Huskies, Ice Fishing, Movies, and Dinner in Kota

The adventures continue today after a delicious buffet breakfast. Head out to the reindeer park and meet all the excited huskies that will be taking you on a sled ride today. When the time comes and after receiving advice on how to enjoy this experience safely, you will become a master musher of a real husky dog sled. Of course, driving a husky sled through the snowy forests of Salla is one of the best experiences you can have on a trip to Lapland. Today you will have lunch like authentic Samis, enjoy a delicious hot soup and roasted sausages around a bonfire in the middle of the forest. Then continue with the traditions of the land by practicing ice fishing and Lappish lasso throwing. After a day of new experiences, you will return to your accommodation where you can rest and enjoy an authentic Finnish sauna in your private cabin. An afternoon of cinema and popcorn awaits us, which begins aboard a Lappish train, in which the wagons are sledges and the locomotive is a snowmobile, to lead us to the auditorium (about 3 miles from the Kiela restaurant), where a film will be played for all and will allow you to discover a magical world. Continuing with our Lappish day, at dinner time, we will move to a wooden kota to taste a very special dinner, based on rich local products. During the evening, our Sami hosts will tell us old stories and local traditions of shamans. An unforgettable dinner during which the Northern Lights may make an appearance. Return to your cabin to rest and replenish energy for the next day.

Day 4. Salla - Reindeer Sleigh, Snowshoes, Mini Snowmobiles and Private Meeting with Santa Claus or Arctic Survival Workshop 

A new day dawns in Lapland full of unique moments and activities. After a delicious buffet breakfast, you will go to the nearby reindeer farm (5 minutes from your cabin) to learn in detail about the way of life of the reindeer from their Lappish herders. Then you will have a relaxing ride in a sleigh pulled by a reindeer through the beautiful snowy forest. During the activity, we will visit where the females that are pregnant during the winter are kept, as well as some calves that are not yet old enough to pull the sleds. We can feed them by hand and spend some time with them. Next, we will carry out a fun activity, which both adults and children will enjoy; a snowshoe trip through the snowy Lappish forest. After all that fun you will be able to enjoy lunch in a Sami kota, which is a typical Sami (Lapp) tents with a shape similar to teepees / American Indian tents. You will then have the opportunity to rest in your cabin and prepare for one of the best moments of the trip. Something that the kids have been waiting for. Each family will have a chance to have a one-on-one visit with Santa Claus. While you wait for your turn with Santa there will be plenty of activities at your disposal, such as sled and snow slides, small snowmobile rides on a safe circuit and more… A guide will lead you on a sleigh pulled by a snowmobile to a secret place in the middle of the forest where Santa Claus is waiting for you. He will receive you privately, family by family, and you will be able to spend some very special moments with him. Take as many photographs and videos as you want and at the end of your visit, every child will receive their first gift of the season from Santa Claus himself. For families with teenagers or only adults, there is the possibility of changing this activity for a survival workshop in the Arctic where you will learn to survive in extreme situations, how to handle a knife or how to make a fire. After an exciting day you have worked up an appetite. Tonight you will enjoy dinner at the Kiela restaurant in Salla Tuvat. Then return to your cabin after a day of magical experiences to rest and remember the moments lived. It is the ideal time to share the experience (all cabins have free Wi-Fi).

Day 5. Salla - Rovaniemi

Last day in Lapland. After enjoying the buffet breakfast at the Kiela restaurant, set off for the airport for your return trip. On the way, there will be a stop at the Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi where you will enjoy free time to spend shopping for traditional crafts and souvenirs. At the indicated time, continue to the airport for your flight home. Arrival and end of the trip.